Industry: Nonprofit / International
Development / Agriculture
Function: Finance
System Support
Employer: One Acre Fund
Job Title: Finance
Assistant – Payments
Commitment: Long Term Career
Position
Organization Description
One Acre
Fund is a start-up NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new
way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential.
One Acre
invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income.
We provide
farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed
and fertilizer, and market access.
Our program
is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure
more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre.
We are
growing quickly.
In five
years, we have grown to serve 135,000 farm families with more than 500
full-time field staff.
Job Description
One Acre
Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking an individual to take
position in the organization as a Finance Assistant to be based in Bungoma
Western Kenya.
One Acre
Fund is looking for experienced, talented and candidates who are committed to
making a difference in farmers’ lives.
Contract
details: Permanent subject to Performance
Candidate Profile
Committed,
focused and determined to succeed in life.
Good
computer keyboard skills- Proficient in excel
Primary
Duties of Finance Assistant- Payments.
Key Tasks
- Manage the ‘Payment Request’ mail box.
- Examine; verify all requests coming through for approval by relevant authourized company official.
- Confirm that services / goods being paid for were actually received.
- Verify and confirm that correct details of vendors / service providers / beneficiaries have been accurately captured.
- Verify and confirm that adequate back-up documentation have been attached alongside requests.
- Verify and confirm whether back-up documentations are authentic and processed as per OAF Finance requirements.
- To query where necessary and follow through on queries via adequate written communication.
- Undertake scanning and filing (digital) from time to time.
- To deliver approved payment requests to ‘Payment Approvals’ mail as per the timelines laid down by Finance Department.
- To assist the Treasurer /Assistant Treasurer in any way needed in regards to processing of Payment Requests and on queries raised by the Treasury section.
- Assist in maintaining statistics regarding payment requests.
- Perform any other duty assigned by the Finance Manager.
Career
Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and
leadership skills.
We provide
constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through
regular career reviews.
We also
have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals,
and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate
about.
Qualifications
Requirements
- A minimum of a Diploma in Accounting with CPA1 professional qualification. A degree will be added advantage.
- At least one year of experience in a busy Accounting or Auditing department.
- Proven organizational, analytical, negotiating, and communication (oral and written) skills.
- Self-driven with ability to work with minimum supervision under pressure meeting strict deadlines.
- Must be computer proficient.
- High level of integrity - able to ‘contain’ sensitive Financial information and handle Financial documents appropriately.
- Should have an eye for detail.
- A team player, able to work long and at times odd hours.
The
candidate must be willing to reside in the western region of Kenya-
specifically Bungoma.
Time Line: Resumes should be
submitted latest by 5th August 2013.
Compensation: Competitive Salary
with Performance Based Incentives
Benefits: airtime and transportation
allowances related to work.
Career
development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager
will invest significant time in your career development.
One Acre
Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity
are invited to apply.
Only short
listed candidates will be contacted.
To Apply
Email cover
letter and resume to kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Finance
Assistant- Payments + the place you heard of the position) and Salary
Expectation